Shipping & Receiving Team Lead - Lumber Plant

Position: Yard Team Lead

Department: Shipping & Receiving

Status: Non-exempt         

Reports to: Operations Manager

Date: 10/2/2024                

Organization Charter

• BC, MVV

System Purpose:

The purpose of UTD Operations is to provide: 

• Employees: Safe and meaningful work, training and personal and professional development, teamwork, a Christ-centered environment, and a commitment to honesty and integrity. 

• Customers: Quality products, timely and dependable service, profitable outcomes, strong relationships built on trust and honesty, and support through ministry initiatives. 

• Suppliers: Committed and timely service, trustworthy and honest relationships, profitable business interactions, and support through ministry initiatives. 

• Ministry partners: Resources and volunteer help, prayer support, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to honesty, service, and care. 

• Families: Financial stability, support during difficult times, meaningful relationships, and a caring community grounded in honesty and commitment. 

• Competitors: Respectful, honest relationships and transparent competition while valuing them as people made in God's image. 

Within the values of UTD and the annually set budget parameters to remain competitive and sustainable. 

Position Purpose: The Yard Team Lead is responsible for overseeing the Shipping and Receiving operations at UTD, including supervision of the yard crew, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with schedules and safety protocols. This role ensures that yard activities are executed in a safe, efficient, and organized manner, while providing direction and support to lift operators ensuring all paperwork is accurately maintained.

JOB OVERVIEW

• Oversee Shipping and Receiving for UTD.


• This is a full-time position. Generally, days and hours of work are [Monday through Friday], [5:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.] Some Saturdays as needed are possible but rare.


• This position is not exempt from overtime pay.


• No travel is expected for this position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Supervision of the yard crew.


• Administration of all Inbound and Outbound paperwork.


• Perform daily and weekly counts of Inventory as needed.


• Assure adherence to the Appointment Schedule.


• Keep Freight screen and Appointment Schedule updated with real time information.


• Perform Pre-Shift meetings daily and report topics to Operations Manager.


• Responsible for working with Maintenance Department to achieve desired yard gravel and dust maintenance.


• Address inventory discrepancies.


• Assure all lift operators are directed properly in order of 1. Safe 2. Right 3. Efficient


• Personally be on time and in compliance with the Company Handbook.


• Any other tasks assigned by the VP of Operations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Valid driver’s license


• Forklift experience:
  
  
  
  • Must have UTD forklift certification, forklift permit, or the ability to demonstrate safe handling of forklift in an on-site test.
  
  
  
  

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  • Must have at least 3 months of forklift experience in the past 3 years
  
  
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy in handling, loading, unloading, and labeling of products.


• Time Management: Efficiently manage workload to meet production goals and schedules.


• Teamwork and Communication: Communicate effectively with team members and provide support to ensure a productive work environment.


• Safety-First Mindset: Ability to work in a manner that prioritizes safety, followed by accuracy and speed, reflecting UTD’s values of “Safe, Right, Fast.”


• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to troubleshoot issues related to equipment, product handling, and general production processes.


• Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust tasks based on changing operational needs and a willingness to take on various roles as assigned.


• Knowledge: of the Company Brand Commitment, Mission, Vision, and Values and a desire to be better every day. Ability to use computers to do primary things.


• Product knowledge of the UTD products


• Knowledge of OSHA, state and federal rules and regulations and comply with them during daily functions.

WORK CONDITIONS:

• Physical Activity: Requires prolonged sitting, standing, driving, and exposure to forklift and machine vibrations. Physical activities also include climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, crawling, bending, and walking.


• Material Handling: Must be capable of lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds, including handling wood products, tarping, and strapping loads.


• Outdoor Work Conditions: Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and humidity, as well as being exposed to fumes and airborne particles.


• PPE Requirement: Wear required Personal Protective Equipment, including safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, and safety-toe boots, in designated areas.

The duties listed above are an overview of the work to be performed.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

United Treating & Distribution, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.